1、1Native speaker featuresWell Actually In fact OkayOf course Certainly Absolutely PossiblyI suppose I guess I think I imagineReally Probably Quite AlmostSort of Kind of So Especially Like You know I mean PerhapsMaybe In short Rather In some waysI have to say I must say I would sayThe thing about The
2、point is AlrightTo be honest In all fairnessFor instance For example It goes without saying It really depends On the whole All things consideredPart1Type “Description” QuestionsQuestion : Tell me about your hometown?AnswerWell, as you can probably guess I come from Beijing and I have lived here all
3、my life although at the moment Im studying in another city Tianjin. I suppose if I had to describe Beijing, the first thing I would say is that its absolutely enormous, maybe even one of the biggest cities in Asia I guess. Its so big in fact that even the locals have problems finding their way aroun
4、d. Another significant characteristic is that it offers examples of both classical and contemporary architecture. Actually some of the Chinas most renowned landmarks are “slap-bang” in the middle of Beijing. Opening phrase (Lead-in phrase)Well, as you can probably guess I come from Beijing and I hav
5、e lived here all my life although at the moment Im studying in another city Tianjin. I suppose if I had to describe Beijing, First pointing phrasethe first thing I would say is that its absolutely enormous, maybe even one of the biggest cities in Asia I guess. Its so big in fact that even the locals
6、 have problems finding their way around. Second pointing phraseAnother significant characteristic is that it offers examples of both classical and contemporary architecture. Actually, some of the Chinas most renowned landmarks are “slap-bang” in the middle of Beijing. 2Other Opening phrase (Lead-in
7、phrase)Ok thenAlrightWell, you knowActuallyRight, OkWell, first of allOther First pointing phrasethe point Id like to begin with is thatI could start off by saying thatMy initial point would be thatI need to start off by pointing out thatthe main thing you need to know is thatI suppose I should begi
8、n by highlighting the fact thatI really need to kick off with the point that Other Second pointing phraseA second feature which I should mention is thatAs well as that, I could say thatOn top of that, I can also add thatAlso, I suppose I should say thatOther Third pointing phraseAnd I shouldnt forge
9、t to mention thatIn addition to what Ive just said, I can add thatSomething else that I need to comment on is thatI guess I could also remark on the fact thatPart2Type “Liking” QuestionsQuestion : Do you like animals?AnswerWell to be quite honest, in general I would say that Im actually quite keen o
10、n animals, but in particular I would probably have to say Im really into domestic pets like dogs. I guess the reason why Im a fan of dogs is because I simply adore their loyalty and companionship. In addition to dogs, I suppose Im pretty passionate about endangered species, especially dolphins and t
11、hings like that and this is due to the fact I feel some degree of responsibility towards wild life protection. Opening phraseWell to be quite honest, in general I would say that Liking phraseIm actually quite keen on animals, 3Introduction of a specific type of topic or category but in particular I
12、would probably have to say Im really into domestic pets like dogs. Introduction of the first reasonI guess the reason why Im a fan of dogs is because I simply adore their loyalty and companionship. Introduction of the second reasonIn addition to dogs, I suppose Im pretty passionate about endangered
13、species, especially dolphins and things like that and this is due to the fact I feel some degree of responsibility towards wild life protection. Other Opening phraseActually, I suppose that for the most part Id probably say thatWell, to be honest I should really say thatOf course, I think Id have to
14、 say thatCertainly, I would definitely say thatWell, I guess that generally speaking I would certainly say thatAlternative language to “liking”Im fairly keen onIm quite fond ofIm quite a big fan ofIm quite enthusiastic aboutIm quite partial toIm quite passionate aboutIm totally mad aboutIm absolutel
15、y crazy overOther Introduction of a specific type of topic or categoryto be more precise.to be more specificto be more exactto be more accuratespecificallyparticularlyOther Introduction of the first reasonThis could be becauseThis might be becauseI suppose the reason has something to do with the fac
16、t thatOther Introduction of the second reasonAs well as this.To add to thisOn top of this4Part3Type “Disliking” QuestionsQuestion : Is there anything you dont like about your hometown?AnswerOf course, I think Id have to say that Im not so keen on the weather. To be more precise, I really cant stand
17、the summer months. This is due to the fact that the temperatures can get as high as 40 degrees so it can be quite uncomfortable if you dont have air-conditioning in your house. In addition to this, Im not really that fond of the public transport system. And I guess this is probably because the buses
18、 are too old and the seats are really hard, so long journeys are usually pretty bumpy.Expressing dislikesIm not so keen onIm not much of a fan ofIm not really that fond ofExpressing very strong dislikesI totally detestI absolutely loatheI really cant standPart4Type “Type of” QuestionsQuestion : Tell
19、 me about the different types of public transport in your city?AnswerOf course, it goes without saying that theres quite a mixed variety of public transport in my city. Though I think the most commonly-used would potentially be buses. And the explanation for this could be that they are so cheap and
20、reliable. In fact, the average bus fare in my city is about one Yuan for a single journey. As well as buses, the second variety of public transport would be something like taxis. And one exceptional aspect with (taxis) is that they are certainly the quickest way to get around town. So if youre in a
21、hurry then taxis are the best bet (the best choice).Likewise, as might be expected, therere things like ferries, motorcycle taxis and trains, although these are not as widely-used as the first two that I mentionedOpening phraseOf course, it goes without saying that Types phrasetheres quite a mixed v
22、ariety of public transport in my city. Introduction to the first typeThough I think the most commonly-used would potentially be buses. 5Linking phrase to develop the first typeAnd the explanation for this could be that they are so cheap and reliable. In fact, the average bus fare in my city is about
23、 one Yuan for a single journey. Introduction to the second typeAs well as buses, the second variety of public transport would be something like taxis. Linking phrase to develop the second typeAnd one exceptional aspect with (taxis) is that they are certainly the quickest way to get around town. So i
24、f youre in a hurry then taxis are the best bet (the best choice).Vague end lineLikewise, as might be expected, therere things like ferries, motorcycle taxis and trains, although these are not as widely-used as the first two that I mentionedOther Opening phraseWell, actuallyOf course, you knowSure, o
25、bviouslyOk, certainlyOther Types phrasetheres quite a wide range of theres a fairly broad range oftheres quite an extensive diversity oftheres quite a diverse mixture of Other Introduction to the first typeBut I guess that most + adjective would probably beHowever, I suppose the most +adjective coul
26、d possibly beYet, I imagine the most + adjective may well beStill, I suspect that the most +adjective could perhaps beOther Linking phrase to develop the first typeAnd the basis for this is thatThe thing with (buses) is thatThe point I want to add about (buses) is thatI assume (buses) are sobecause.
27、Other Introduction to the second typeBesides (buses), another form of (public transport) worth mentioning could beAs well as (buses), another kind of (public transport) would beIn addition to (buses), a subsequent category of (public transport) would be something likeOther Linking phrase to develop
28、the second typeAnd the main characteristic of (taxis) is thatAnd the unique aspect of (taxis) is that6Other Vague end lineAnd of course, theres the usual things likeAnd obviously, you can also find things likeAnd naturally, therere things likeAdjective suggestionsCommonCommonplaceInfluentialPopularF
29、requentPrevalentFashionableTrendyNotoriousFamousWell-knownProminentImportantSignificantWidespreadStandardConventionalCelebratedHipWith-itUsualCustomaryCommonly-knownCurrentNotableBest-sellingUp-to-dateRenownedPart5Type “Wh- (Where, when, who) / How often” QuestionsQuestion : How often do you go to t
30、he cinema?AnswerWell, to be honest, I think I would have to say that it really depends. Like for instance, if I have the money, then its quite possible that I will watch a movie in the cinema, two or three times a month. You know, cinema tickets are pretty pricey in China. Whereas in contrast, if Im
31、 broke, then its more likely that Ill watch movies at home on DVDs; you probably know that DVDs are quite cheap here, especially compared to the price of a cinema ticket.7Opening phrase1.Well, to be honest,“Depends” phrase2.I think I would have to say that it really depends. Linking phrase3.Like for
32、 instance,Conditional grammar structure4.if I have the money, then its quite possible that I will watch a movie in the cinema, two or three times a month. You know, cinema tickets are pretty pricey in China.Compare linking phrase 5.Whereas in contrast,Conditional grammar structure6.if Im broke, then
33、 its more likely that Ill watch movies at home on DVDs; you probably know that DVDs are quite cheap here, especially compared to the price of a cinema ticket.Other Opening phrasesWell in truthWell, in all fairnessActually, to be fairIn fact, in all honestyIn actual factOther “Depends” phraseI suppos
34、e I would have to maintain that it kind of depends reallyI imagine that it would depend on the situationI guess my answer would be determined by different conditionsOther Linking phraseMore precisely likeLike more specificallyLike, to be more directYou know like, to be exactOther Conditional grammar
35、 structureIf (situation A)then I will most likelyIf (situation A)then as a consequence I will probably.If (situation A)then I guess its quite likely that I will.Situation A Situation BWeekdays WeekendsSummer WinterGood weather Bad weatherTerm time School holidays8If Im alone If Im with friendsIf Ive
36、 got a lot of time If Im fairly busyOther Compare linking phrase Whereas on the other handThough, at the same timeWhile, oppositelyOther Conditional grammar structureIf (situation B)then its almost certain that I will.If (situation B)then I will almost always.If (situation B)then I will most certain
37、ly Part6Type “Yes / No” QuestionsQuestion : Is healthy eating important?AnswerWell, in actual fact, if I think about it, I guess that in many ways its fairly important, especially when you consider that a healthy diet can help to prevent a variety of diseases and health problems such as diabetes and
38、 obesity. But you also have to understand that eating unhealthy food in moderation is not overly harmful. In fact, unhealthy food is often tastier than healthy food so I guess its fine to eat a little junk food now and then. So all in all, I guess my answer would have to be yes and no. Opening phras
39、e1.Well, in actual fact, if I think about it, I guess that in many ways its fairly important, Linking structure2.especially when you consider that a healthy diet can help to prevent a variety of diseases and health problems such as diabetes and obesity. Introduce your “no” answer”3.But you also have
40、 to understand that eating unhealthy food in moderation is not overly harmful. In fact, unhealthy food is often tastier than healthy food so I guess its fine to eat a little junk food now and then. Round-off answer4.So all in all, I guess my answer would have to be yes and no. Other Opening phraseOk
41、, well in reality, I suppose that to some extentAlright, I guess that on the one hand.Well, certainly in some waysOther Linking structureparticularly if you think about the point that.9especially with regard to the point thatand this is definitely the case with.Other Introduce your “no” answer”Even
42、so, you could also say that.At the same time, you could also say thatOther Round-off answerSo on the whole, I suppose the answer has to be yes and no.So all things considered, I guess the answer is both yes and no.So in the main, I suppose the answer is probably yes and no.Part7Type “Would” Question
43、sQuestion : Would you like to move to another city?AnswerActually, this isnt something that Ive ever considered, but in short I suppose I would possibly consider moving cities, especially if I had the chance to move to a coastal city like Xiamen or Sanya. If I lived in a seaside city, I would be abl
44、e to hang out on the beach every day and I would also have the opportunity to get into water sports like scuba diving and possibly surfing. Opening phraseActually, this isnt something that Ive ever considered, butFirst structurein short I suppose I would possibly consider moving cities, especially i
45、f I had the chance to move to a coastal city like Xiamen or Sanya.Second conditional tenseIf I lived in a seaside city, I would be able to hang out on the beach every day and I would also have the opportunity to get into water sports like scuba diving and possibly surfing. Other Opening phraseWell,
46、quite honestly I dont think Ive ever thought about that, but I m not really sure how to put this, butOther First structureI imagine I would possibly think about (verb + ing)I guess I would maybe contemplate (verb + ing)I would perhaps reflect on (verb + ing)Other Second conditional tenseIf I lived n
47、ear the sea, I would be able to eat fresh seafood10If I had time, I would go for travelingIf I lived in a different city, I would make lots of new friendsIf I lived in a city, I would be able to find a new well-paid jobIf I lived in a metropolis, I would be able to try lots of new kinds of foodIf I worked in a factory, I would be tired every day
